SPSB
SPDR Portfolio Short Term Corporate Bond ETF
TREND FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE HISTORY
2026-09-11
Executive Summary
The quantitative backtest for SPSB (SPDR Portfolio Short Term Corporate Bond ETF) using the Moving Average (50/200)* strategy in a Investing context demonstrated its primary role in risk mitigation, experiencing a maximum drawdown of -11.8% (compared to the benchmark's drawdown of -11.8%). Over the evaluated period, this protective approach generated a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.3%, compared to a Buy-and-Hold benchmark return of 2.4%. The strategy executed 4 total trades.
* Moving Average (50/200): Classic Moving Average Crossover (e.g., 50-day crossing 200-day). The foundational basis of research-grade trend following.
* Moving Average (50/200): Classic Moving Average Crossover (e.g., 50-day crossing 200-day). The foundational basis of research-grade trend following.
📊 Strategy Model 4 Models Available
Compare quantitative moving average overlays for SPSB:
Excess Return MMA
Advanced Ensemble: Uses multiple signal layers for maximum trend stability and noise reduction.
Excess Return MMA CA
Advanced Dynamic Sleeve: MMA ensemble signals on the primary asset combined with a momentum-based cash alternative ETF rotation.
Excess Return SMA
Standard Signal: Classical quantitative trend following optimized for reliable directionality.
Moving Average (50/200) Active Model
Moving Average: The baseline 50/200-day crossover model used by technical analysts worldwide.
🎯 Trading Horizon
Select risk profile & execution style for SPSB:
🛡️ Long-Term Investing Active Horizon
Ideal for wealth preservation and multi-year horizons. Optimized for low turnover and tax efficiency.
⚔️ Tactical Trading
Ideal for active capital rotation and momentum-first accounts. Optimized for high sensitivity to price shifts.
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🛡️ SPSB Drawdown Shield & Downside Protection
Why Drawdown Dictates Longevity →Peak Drawdown Defense
-11.8% (vs -11.8% B&H)
+0.0% shallower drawdown
Sortino Ratio
0.77
vs 0.82 B&H
Capital Sheltered from Risk
12.4% of Time
Earning Treasury yield during downturns
* Drawdown Shield demonstrates how systematic trend-following bounded historical drawdowns and protected principal capital compared to passive Buy & Hold.
📊 SPSB Quality Metrics & KPI Summary
| Metric | 1Y | 5Y | 10Y | Full | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strategy | B&H | Strategy | B&H | Strategy | B&H | Strategy | B&H | |
| Max Drawdown | -0.87% | -0.87% | -1.38% | -5.96% | -11.75% | -11.75% | -11.75% | -11.75% |
| Sharpe Ratio | 1.86 | 1.86 | 2.38 | 1.36 | 0.93 | 0.84 | 0.92 | 0.88 |
| Sortino Ratio | 2.66 | 2.66 | 3.31 | 2.03 | 0.72 | 0.75 | 0.77 | 0.82 |
| CAGR | 2.45% | 2.45% | 3.70% | 2.75% | 2.70% | 2.60% | 2.33% | 2.36% |
| % Time Invested | 100.0% | 100.0% | 76.7% | 100.0% | 83.1% | 100.0% | 87.6% | 100.0% |
| Trades / Year | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
Cumulative Growth Performance
Return Distribution Analysis
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Trade History
This log shows every signal-driven transition. Completed trades reflect standard market cycles. An Open or Mark-to-Market exit denotes an active position (either in the primary asset or a cash/yield sleeve) valued at the current price for reporting purposes. Interest entries record yield accrued from cash or cash alternatives (like BIL) during out-of-market defensive periods.
| Entry Date | Exit Date | Type | Allocation | Entry Price | Exit Price | Net Return % | Exit Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2021-11-18 | 2023-01-19 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.02 | 2.29% | Interest Income | |
| 2020-05-29 | 2021-11-18 | Completed | 100% | $25.38 | $25.81 | 1.65% | Signal | |
| 2020-04-02 | 2020-05-29 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.02% | Interest Income | |
| 2018-07-10 | 2020-04-02 | Completed | 100% | $23.35 | $24.47 | 4.77% | Signal | |
| 2018-02-23 | 2018-07-10 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.01 | 0.68% | Interest Income | |
| 2013-09-24 | 2018-02-23 | Completed | 100% | $21.96 | $23.23 | 5.73% | Signal | |
| 2013-08-30 | 2013-09-24 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.00% | Interest Income | |
| 2012-01-24 | 2013-08-30 | Completed | 100% | $21.22 | $21.84 | 2.89% | Signal | |
| 2011-12-22 | 2012-01-24 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.00% | Interest Income | |